Canon SX510 HS vs Samsung WB30F

On this page, we are comparing the Canon SX510 HS versus Samsung WB30F, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Canon and Samsung. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the SX510 HS (12MP) and WB30F (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The SX510 HS was unveiled 8 months after the WB30F so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the SX510 HS scores against the WB30F for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon PowerShot SX510 HS and Samsung WB30F. The full galleries are available at Canon SX510 HS Gallery and Samsung WB30F Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon SX510 HS features exterior measurements of 104mm x 70mm x 80mm (4.1" x 2.8" x 3.1") with a weight of 349 grams (0.77 lbs) whilst the Samsung WB30F has proportions of 98mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 128 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the SX510 HS versus the WB30F.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SX510 HS and WB30F is 80 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions simply by checking out specs. The picture underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the SX510 HS and WB30F.

All in all, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Samsung WB30F to provide extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more modern SX510 HS is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.